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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Night and Outside the Town Wall.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Dedication," what does the author ultimately decide is more important than fame?
(a) Wealth.
(b) Political activism.
(c) Spiritual fulfillment.
(d) The memories of his loved ones.

2. Why does Faust decide to turn to magic use?
(a) He thinks it is the only way he can expand his mind.
(b) He wants to summon Mephistopheles.
(c) He is attracted to a witch.
(d) He wants to debunk the myth of magic.

3. Where does "Night" take place?
(a) Faust's private chapel.
(b) Faust's study.
(c) Faust's kitchen.
(d) Faust's bedroom.

4. What does God believe will happen if Mephistopheles meets Faust?
(a) Faust will not recognize evil.
(b) Faust will turn away from God.
(c) Faust will only come closer to God.
(d) Faust will go insane.

5. What is Faust's method of suicide when he contemplates ending his life?
(a) Gunshot to the head.
(b) Dagger to the heart.
(c) Poison.
(d) Self-immolation.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mephistopheles come to God in the "Prologue in Heaven"?

2. What does Faust believe about the townspeople he and Wagner walk with during their holiday celebration after his suicide attempt?

3. For what are the archangels praising God in the beginning of the play?

4. During the "Prologue in Heaven," how many archangels are with God?

5. How does Mephistopheles feel about mankind?

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